Timesheet Calculator Malta

Timesheet Calculator Malta

1. 1

   Select the period

   Choose Day, Week, 2 Weeks, or Month. Weekly view helps you track hours against the 48-hour WTD average.

2. 2

   Enter start and finish times

   Enter the start and end time for each day worked (e.g. 08:00 and 16:30). Overnight shifts are handled automatically.

3. 3

   Deduct unpaid breaks

   Enter the duration of unpaid rest breaks in minutes (e.g. 30 minutes). Do not deduct paid breaks if your contract provides for them.

4. 4

   Review the summary

   The calculator shows regular hours (up to 40 h/week) and overtime hours separately. Compare with your employer's records.

5. 5

   Enter your hourly rate

   Enter your gross hourly rate (€) to estimate gross pay including overtime at the rate applicable under your WRO or contract.

Working time limits

Under the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, the maximum average working week is 48 hours calculated over a 17-week reference period. Employees may opt out of the 48-hour limit individually and in writing. Workers are entitled to a minimum daily rest of 11 consecutive hours and a weekly rest of at least 24 consecutive hours per 7-day period, plus the daily rest entitlement.

Night workers (those who regularly work at least 3 hours between 11pm and 6am) have an additional limit of 8 hours average per 24-hour period and are entitled to free health assessments.

Overtime pay

There is no universal statutory overtime rate in Maltese law. The applicable rate depends on the Wage Regulation Order covering your sector. Many WROs specify time-and-a-half (150%) for weekday overtime and double time (200%) for Sunday and public holiday work. Where no WRO applies, the rate is set by your employment contract. Malta has 14 public holidays per year — one of the highest counts in the EU.

Rest breaks

Workers whose daily working time exceeds 6 hours are entitled to a rest break of at least 15 minutes. Many WROs and employment contracts provide longer breaks (typically 30–60 minutes for a full working day). The break is unpaid unless the employment contract or WRO provides otherwise.

Timesheet Calculator Malta — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard working week in Malta?

The standard working week in Malta is 40 hours under most Wage Regulation Orders and employment contracts. The maximum average working week under the EU Working Time Directive (as implemented in Maltese law) is 48 hours over a 17-week reference period. Employees may individually opt out of the 48-hour limit in writing. If your WRO or contract specifies a different standard week (e.g. 37.5 hours in some clerical roles), adjust the weekly threshold in the calculator settings.

Is there a statutory overtime rate in Malta?

Malta does not have a single statutory overtime rate that applies to all workers. The rate depends on the Wage Regulation Order (WRO) for your sector. Common rates in WROs include 150% (time and a half) for weekday overtime and 200% (double time) for Sunday and public holiday work. For workers not covered by a WRO, the overtime rate is set by the employment contract. If your contract is silent, overtime must be paid at the ordinary rate — you should negotiate an explicit rate before working extra hours.

How many public holidays are there in Malta?

Malta has 14 public holidays per year, one of the highest in the European Union. These include both national and religious holidays: New Year's Day (1 Jan), Feast of St Paul's Shipwreck (10 Feb), Feast of St Joseph (19 Mar), Freedom Day (31 Mar), Good Friday, Workers' Day (1 May), Sette Giugno (7 Jun), Feast of St Peter & St Paul (29 Jun), Feast of the Assumption (15 Aug), Victory Day (8 Sep), Independence Day (21 Sep), Immaculate Conception (8 Dec), Republic Day (13 Dec), and Christmas Day (25 Dec). Working on these days entitles you to premium pay under the applicable WRO.

Do I need to keep a timesheet record in Malta?

Yes. The Organisation of Working Time Regulations require employers to keep adequate records to show compliance with working time limits. As an employee, maintaining your own timesheet provides evidence in case of disputes over pay or hours. Records should include start times, finish times, rest breaks, and any overtime worked. Employers must retain these records for at least 2 years.

What rest breaks am I entitled to in Malta?

If your working day exceeds 6 hours, you are entitled to a rest break of at least 15 minutes. Most WROs and contracts provide longer breaks — typically 30 to 60 minutes for a standard 8-hour day. Between working days you are entitled to at least 11 consecutive hours of rest. Each week you are entitled to at least 24 consecutive hours free from work (in addition to the daily rest). These entitlements apply regardless of any opt-out from the 48-hour weekly limit.